Approximately 1· 5 billion people worldwide live with a physical, mental, sensory, or
intellectual disability, about 80% of which are in low-income and middle-income countries …

Background People with intellectual disabilities (ID) undertake extremely low levels of
physical activity. Aims To enhance understanding concerning low levels of physical activity …

Background Children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities (IDs) tend to have lower
levels of physical activity and poorer mental health than their typically develo** peers …

Individuals with intellectual disability (ID) tend to have a sedentary lifestyle, with low physical
fitness and an increased risk of chronic diseases. One reason for the prevalence of a …

Associations between physical activity (PA) and health benefits are well documented.
Evidence indicates that children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are …

Adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) are more likely to lead sedentary lifestyles and have
low levels of physical activity (LLPA). The present study investigated the prevalence of …

Background People with intellectual disability face a number of barriers to participation in
physical activity. This paper aimed to determine rates of sport and physical activity …

Background Individuals with mental health problems have been shown to have an
increased risk of cardiovascular disorder (CVD), but little is known about the risk of early …

The practice of physical exercise (PE), especially strength training (ST), has health benefits
in the healthy population; however, the literature is scarce in the recommendations related to …

Background Inactivity is a major factor contributing to adverse health in people with
intellectual disabilities (IDs). While it is generally agreed that physical activity (PA)/sport …